Events in Dayton Ohio
Our daily calendar of events, entertainment and activities in Dayton. Includes festivals, concerts, comedy, theater, arts, live music, outdoor events, sports and more.
Events in Dayton
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Wednesday, December 16 2026 11:15am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Hawthorn Hill Tours
Wednesday, December 16 2026 12:30pm
With its white pillars and twin porches, Hawthorn Hill has long been synonymous with Orville Wright and the Wright family. Wednesdays and Saturdays prepaid advance reservations required.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Wednesday, December 16 2026 1:00pm
Get your axe to Beavercreek and experience Dayton's first axe throwing bar. Perfect for date night, team building, corporate parties, or fun outings with friends and family.
Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2026
Wednesday, December 16 2026 6:00pm
One of the country's finest -with millions of Christmas Lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees and bridges.
ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park
Wednesday, December 16 2026 6:00pm
Caesar Ford Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 250 LED light displays covering a mile long driving path.
Recovery Dharma: Inquiry Meeting
Wednesday, December 16 2026 6:00pm
Recovery Dharma is a Buddhist inspired, peer-led movement and community, unified by our trust in the potential of each of us to recover and find freedom from the suffering of addiction.
Whisperz Whiskey Wednesdays
Wednesday, December 16 2026 6:00pm
Whisperz Whiskey Wednesday: 25% off all standard whiskey, bourbon & scotch pours and cocktails all night on Wednesday featuring delicious handcrafted cocktails & a wide selection of Dayton's favorite spirits!
Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Huber Heights
Wednesday, December 16 2026 7:00pm
Join us for Live Trivia at Chumps in Huber Heights every Wednesday 7pm to 10pm!
Handels Messiah with the Dayton Philharmonic
Wednesday, December 16 2026 7:30pm
Enjoy an annual holiday tradition with the Dayton Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra and Choir under the twinkling lights of the Schuster.
Reindeer Sessions
Wednesday, December 16 2026 7:30pm
Play by Eric Ulloa. "You won't look at Blitzen and Rudolph the same way again..."
Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell
Thursday, December 17 2026 10:00am
🎅 Bring the magic of Christmas to life by mailing your letter to Santa in the special red North Pole Mailbox located in front of Lula Bell, Whimsical Art & Stationery at 23 Park Ave., Oakwood, OH 45419
"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"
Thursday, December 17 2026 10:30am
Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.
#1 in Dayton — Great Escape Game!
Thursday, December 17 2026 11:00am
You have one hour to find and solve clues and puzzles in our rooms to escape! CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
Wall Power! Spectacular Quilts from the American Folk Art Museum
Thursday, December 17 2026 11:00am
Quilts are America’s great art experiment: monumental compositions in color, pattern, geometry and representation, and traditionally, quilts are made mostly by women.
Good Book: Bible Stories from the Collection
Thursday, December 17 2026 11:00am
For hundreds of years, the Bible has been the most-printed and best-selling book in the world. It has served as a continual inspiration for visual art.
Monthly Cinephile Club at Wright Library
Thursday, December 17 2026 12:00pm
Trade your phone screen for the big screen with a watch-and-discuss film each month at Wright Library.
Wild Axe Throwing OPEN in Beavercreek
Thursday, December 17 2026 1:00pm
Get your axe to Beavercreek and experience Dayton's first axe throwing bar. Perfect for date night, team building, corporate parties, or fun outings with friends and family.
Collage Night
Thursday, December 17 2026 5:00pm
Come get creative in a relaxed gallery setting. No experience necessary. Free for Members of The Contemporary Dayton, $10 at the door for non-Members.
"Santa: The Musical" & "The Gift of Christmas"
Thursday, December 17 2026 5:30pm
Two joyous musicals for the price of one! The first act of our holiday celebration is Santa Claus: The Musical. After intermission, we present The Gift of Christmas.
Clifton Mill Christmas Lights 2026
Thursday, December 17 2026 6:00pm
One of the country's finest -with millions of Christmas Lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees and bridges.
ParkLights at Caesar Ford Park
Thursday, December 17 2026 6:00pm
Caesar Ford Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 250 LED light displays covering a mile long driving path.
$10 Martinis every Thursday at Whisperz Speakeasy
Thursday, December 17 2026 6:00pm
Every Thursday night we're handcrafting an array of different martinis for just $10 each. Join us to enjoy a classic favorite or indulge in something new and delicious.
Trivia Night at TJ Chumps in Englewood
Thursday, December 17 2026 7:00pm
Come to Chumps in Englewood for Live Trivia every Thursday 7pm to 10pm
Thursday Night Kirtan & Prasadam
Thursday, December 17 2026 7:00pm
Put simply, kirtan is the use of call and response singing (using sacred mantras and the names of the Divine) to cultivate love and devotion.
Reindeer Sessions
Thursday, December 17 2026 7:30pm
Play by Eric Ulloa. "You won't look at Blitzen and Rudolph the same way again..."
Grounds for Discussion, A Leadership Mastermind Series
Friday, December 18 2026 8:00am
Grounds for Discussion is the Huber Heights Chamber of Commerce monthly morning leadership mastermind, led by Executive Director Mason Hutton. Please RSVP to help plan for donuts and coffee.
Drop in Playtime at Washington Township RecPlex West
Friday, December 18 2026 9:00am
Children 6 and under with caregiver can explore our fun, colorful, clean, and age-appropriate equipment INSIDE
Letters for Santa Mailbox Drop Off at Lula Bell
Friday, December 18 2026 10:00am
🎅 Bring the magic of Christmas to life by mailing your letter to Santa in the special red North Pole Mailbox located in front of Lula Bell, Whimsical Art & Stationery at 23 Park Ave., Oakwood, OH 45419
